Southwest School of Art is the only independent college of art in the state of Texas and operates as a private, nonprofit institution. In addition to the Bachelor of Fine Arts program, Southwest School of Art provides studio art programs for non degree-seeking students in San Antonio and surrounding communities. As part of our mission to teach and advance the visual arts for the benefit of those seeking higher education and for others seeking education and enrichment, all exhibitions and lectures at Southwest School of Art are free and open to the public.